Anyone planning on hitting the slopes this winter needs to make sure they take out travel insurance.
Although the European Health Insurance Card does have its advantages, Churchill warns that it would not cover repatriation costs and a host of other services an injured person would need.
In a private surgery, the cost of treating a fractured leg could cost as much as £5,000, while a helicopter piste rescue could set a holidaymaker back £2,000.
For some conditions, such as a broken leg, it is possible that airlines may not be able to accommodate the person with the injury due to the extra room they would need, therefore creating extra costs.
Annette Fox, spokesperson for Churchill travel insurance, commented: "Don't underestimate the need for travel insurance, particularly if you're going on the type of holiday where there is a risk of injury."
She advised anyone with an annual travel insurance policy to check its terms and conditions to see whether it will cover winter sports. |
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